Jonathan Spurgeon
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About Jonathan Spurgeon
Jonathan Spurgeon is a Video Producer/Video Editor at GameRant. He is an indie game enthusiast with a passion for game development. His YouTube channel, Blurbs, is an active outlet for this passion, allowing him to break down the finner details of games and highlight the excellence hidden within their design.
Favorite Games
My favorite games are Journey, Mario Odyssey, and Elden Ring.
Journey was the game that spawned my love for the industry, as it built an emotional bond between me and the medium.
Mario Odyssey is the perfection of 3D platforming(one of my favorite genres) and it is packed full of unique ideas and incredible play experimentation.
Elden RIng is big dark souls....and I love dark souls...so yeah.
Favorite Console
The Nintendo Switch is the greatest console of all time as its form factor and game library combine to make something for kids, adults, and even me...I'm both. It has Mario Odyssey, Zelda Botw, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, which are some of my favorite games. All this and I can play it on the plane, the train, or in the park.
Proudest Gaming Achievement
I just beat this game called "a difficult game about climbing". It was an insanely hard/frustrating experience, but I pushed through all of my self-doubt. The week I beat it I also ran my fastest marathon and it kind of reminded me that life is cool when you do things that are hard.
Latest
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What to Buy: Steam Summer Sale
The Steam Summer Sale has arrived and there are plenty of great sales on some of 2026’s biggest games.
Who Is the Steam Machine For?
Does the convenience of plug and play gaming really belong to a thousand-dollar price tag??
Fire Emblem in 2026: Where to Start (In Under 5 Minutes)
If you’re looking to give Fire Emblem a chance, here’s exactly where you should begin.
10 GREAT Nintendo DS Games Still Worth Your Time in 2026
Today, let’s look back at 10 great DS games still worth your time in 2026!
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is a Reminder of What AAA Games Can Be
Let’s look ahead to why FF7 Revelation is shaping up to be such a big deal.
Can the Star Fox Demo Change My Mind?
Star Fox is back and Nintendo is going all in on this retelling of a retelling...of a RETELLING of the original game.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy: From Stealth to Near-Soulslike Combat - Hands-On Preview
Can Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy land with the same audience that loved the first two games.
Nintendo Switch 2 One Year Later: Is Now the Time to Buy?
From must-play exclusives to exceptional third-party ports there are plenty of games to pick up, but has the system proven itself?
CONTROL Resonant Dives DEEP Into Character Action - Hands-On Preview
After 3 hours with Remedy's latest game, Anthony gives us the whole scoop on what he played.
Predicting the MAJOR Game Reveals at Summer Game Fest 2026 (In Under 5 Minutes)
Summer Game Fest 2026 is just a few days away, and the rumor mill is heating up!
007 First Light is Just the Beginning - Weekly Loadout
The new 007 is a smash hit! We dive into our 8/10 review of 007 First Light, drop Summer Game Fest predictions, and more on Weekly Loadout!
The History of James Bond Games and How the Gaming Industry Failed Him
With 007 First Light finally looking to be on the right track, we take a peak at the international man of mystery's history of gaming.
Why PlayStation NEEDS inFAMOUS in 2026 (In Under 5 Minutes)
inFAMOUS has long been sitting dormant in Sony's back pocket, but now it's time for it to make a return.
Is 007 First Light the Restart James Bond Needs? - Review Roundup
James Bond is back in gaming after a nearly 15 year hiatus, and while the worlds most beloved spy hasn't had too many beloved games since the N64.
Assassin’s Creed Impressions: Our Hopes and Fears After 4 Hours With Black Flag Resynced
We got the chance to play Ubisoft’s upcoming remake of the fan favorite Assassin’s Creed Black Flag.
Can PlayStation State of Play Turn Things Around? - Weekly Loadout
PlayStation's June State of Play kicks off Summer Game Fest with rumors of a new God of War creator game, reviving franchises, and major sequels!
Every MAJOR Game That Still Needs to Hit Switch 2
Today let's run through all the major games that never made it to Nintendo Switch that absolutely need to be released on Switch 2 as soon as possible.
Is ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies Better Than Disco Elysium? - Review Roundup
Following in the footsteps of Disco Elysium, has ZA/UM recaptured the magic of Disco Elysium?
Everything Grand Theft Auto 6 NEEDS to Take From Red Dead Redemption 2 (In Under 5 Minutes)
Grand Theft Auto 6 has built up great expectations following Rockstar's last game with 2018's Red Dead Redemption 2